​Middle Eastern and Chinese investors are reportedly eyeing a Selfridges stake as Thailand-based Central Group continues to seek an owner-partner to replace failed co-owner Signa.

The fashion industry’s era of so-called quiet luxury is over and affluent consumers will want bold designs again, the chairman of Valentino has predicted.

Chaos, conflict and the claustrophobia of consumer culture were at the heart of this year’s Venice Biennale, which ironically has rarely seen an opening week more crammed with activations by fashion and luxury brands.

UK urban jewellery brand Cernucci is to open its second pop-up store. Following the success of its debut London temporary store at the tail end of 2023, the brand’s heading to Manchester.

The UK consumers’ crown for being among the leaders in sustainability values is slipping. They’re less sustainably minded than they were just a year ago, according to a new ‘Global Voices’ survey from digital firm ESW.

​Dr Martens is heavily focused on its recovery, but that turnaround may not happen under its current ownership structure with a report saying it’s being eyed for a takeover by a number of major non-UK firms.

​TikTok Shop has just launched a Preowned Luxury category in the UK and US, which it said will “enable the community to browse and purchase authentic luxury fashion without ever having to leave TikTok”.

Kering's British label has appointed Gaelle Collet, who has worked for Chanel, Dior, Saint Laurent and Celine, among others, as head of brand and communications.

Three months before his 90th birthday, Giorgio Armani is hinting at possible big changes for his Italian fashion empire once he’s no longer in charge. 

UK consumer confidence isn’t just on the up again, it’s reached a new two-year high as personal finances improve, especially among 25-34 year-olds. But that isn’t necessarily feeding through to spending habits.

​The BFC’s 2024 Institute of Positive Fashion Forum has wrapped up with the big news being a call from Sojo for the UK fashion industry and its customers “to get behind Care & Repair in a bid to reduce textile waste”.

​Following its move to axe individual seller fees on fashion, eBay UK has come up with some interesting statistics about UK consumers’ fashion usage and they highlight a huge amount of waste in the sector.

Hardware stores, furniture shops, and clothing stores all reported a rise in sales, but these gains were offset by falling food sales and in department stores where retailers say higher prices hit trading.”

Represent will launch a collaboration with Metallica on 24 April with TikTok star Huddy starring in the campaign. The British luxury streetwear label said it “marks a full circle moment” for the brand”.

Klarna’s exploration of AI has produced what it’s calling its Untrend Report. Produced using AI, it highlights the products that defy trends and it also focuses on AI as a way to help consumers shop more sustainably.

Italian luxury brand Fendi revealed its latest address on the Croisette. Spanning over 500 square meters across two levels, the establishment boasts a private suite tailored for VIP clientele.